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Beejdushti: A Conceptual Study
Abstract: The appreciation of genetic factors as arbiters of human disease is a relatively recent development in medical history. Scattered references to inheritance of biological characteristics may be found in the records of several millennia. In which comes the Ayurvedic texts. In Ayurvedic texts the genetic concept of inheritance is beautifully described in Caraka Sharir Sthan. Although Other Authors also described in direct or indirect way the genetic basis of inheritance …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 48–53 Read article
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Role of Panchkarma in Stri Roga
Abstract: There is significant role of Panchkarma in stri roga and prasuti tantra. Before starting any drug management, use of Panchkarma is said to be beneficial in almost any gynaecologic pathology, especially in Yoni Vyapada, Artava Dushti, Bandhayatva, Granthi, Arbuda, etc. Besides it, there is an important role of some of Panchkarma procedures in prasuti tantra also. Role of Asthapana and Anuvasana Basti in eighth and ninth month of pregnancy are …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 55–59 Read article
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Knowledge among School Teachers on Well-balanced Diet in High School Children at Selected Schools in Bangalore, Karnataka
Abstract: Nutrition is a complex problem influenced by many factors, among other inadequacies of dietary intake and infection. To overcome the problem, in early 1950’s, a slogan named for 4-healthy-5-perfect was introduced to guide people to consumed foods to achieve a better nutritional and health status. As the slogan was considered not providing enough information on the quantity and the balance in relation to health and biological condition, a new guideline …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 61–65 Read article
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Skill Development in Suctioning Technique among Caregivers of Patients Going to be Discharged with Tracheostomy Tube in situ
Abstract: Most of the patients (whose GCS is more than 8) are discharged from Neurosurgery Departments with tracheostomy tube in situ. Periodical suctioning is required to maintain the airway patent. The caregivers need to learn the technique of suctioning. The current study was undertaken with the objective to develop skills in suctioning technique among the caregivers of the patients going to be discharged with tracheostomy tube in situ. An interventional study …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 147–151 Read article
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Association between Functional Status and Treatment Adherence among Elderly Suffering from Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: The burden of diabetes mellitus(DM) is rising disproportionately in the world. Elderly population is moreprone for chronic and recurrent illness like DM which may require long term treatment. Non-adherencein this age group accounts for substantial worsening of functional status. Little knowledge is availableregarding association between functional status and treatment adherence among elderly. The aim is toassess the functional status and its association with treatment adherence among elderly with diabetes. Across …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Effect of Panchtikt Ksheer Basti in Management of Avascular Necrosis of Head of Femur (Case Study)
Abstract: AbstractAvascular necrosis (AVN) is temporary or permanent loss of blood supply to bone. Without blood, the bone tissue dies and ultimately the bone may collapse. Without treatment, the process is almost always progressive, leading to joint destruction within five years. AVN accounts for more than 10% of total hip replacement surgeries performed. A diagnosed case of male patient with complaint of severe pain in right hip joint and upper aspect …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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Assets and Liabilities of Commodification of Herbal (Ayurvedic) Medicine
Abstract: Herbs have been used since many decades as medicines for the treatment of various ailments. Indian system of medicine recommends different Ayurvedic formulations and multi-compound extracts. This ancient pharmacological techinque is beneficial in many diseases related to multiple causes such as chronic illness. In Classics various methods of preparation of Ayurvedic formulation have been described and these formulations are given to patients according to disease (vyaadhi), their constitution (Prakiti), pathology …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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A Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Nagara Ksheera Nasya in the Management of Ardhavabhedaka w.s.r. to Migraine
Abstract: Amavata is a disease which affects multiple joints as well as all other body system. It occurs throughout world in all climate and all ethical group. Vata and Ama are the two main pathological factor of Amavata. In Amavata Balance of Vata dosh disturbed due to srotorodh (blocking of channels)by Aam. The symptoms of Amavata described in text is articular as well as extraarticular. Clinical feature of Amavata such as …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Role of Pathya and Sansodhanana Chikitsa in Management of Endocrine Disorder Related Menometrorrhagia
Abstract: Menstrual disorders pose a huge burden on gynecology OPD in the current scenario, accounting for approximately 20% of total patients. Menometrorrhagia is one of them which is a very common complaint. In normal reproductive physiology an important role plays by Endocrine hormones. In India, the most common endocrine disorders that affect the menstrual cycle, along with other systemic symptoms are thyroid disorder or deranged prolactin hormones thus it becomes the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 03, 2022 · pp. 12–23 Read article
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An Operational Study to Assess and Maintain the Oral Hygiene of Toddlers and Preschoolers in a Resettled Colony of Dadu Majra Colony UT, Chandigarh, 2011-12
Abstract: Oral hygiene is known as the process of maintaining the mouth, teeth, and gums clean and healthy all at the same time to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Knowledge imparted at a right age on a regular basis in incredible manner can go a long way in encouraging children to maintain good oral hygiene. The current study was undertaken with the objective to develop skills in maintaining the oral …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Orthodontics during the COVID-19 Times: Fight or Flight-A Literature Review
Abstract: The corona virus (SARS-CoV-2) a Nano-sized entity has led to a halt in our existence, confining and isolating the mankind. In spite of the regional and national lockdown being prevailed in most of the countries there still is a surge and swell in the number of cases and the graph is being increased continuously. New normality can be covered under three phases, starting with the preparatory phase which covers the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Knowledge and awareness regarding primary teeth and their importance amongst postgraduate students of specialty other than pediatric dentistry in and around Vadodara city, India – A questionnaire survey
Abstract: AbstractPrimary teeth play an inevitable role in eating, phonetics, esthetics and also act as a spacemaintainer for permanent teeth. Therefore, their retention with a timely checkup and proper intervention due to caries is required till eruption of permanent teeth. This is to prevent the early tooth loss due to caries which is more frequent scenario. This is due to unawareness, ignorance and negligence amongst parents about children’s oral hygiene resulting …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Refractive symmetry analysis of fellow eyes
Abstract: The biological structure of human body frequently exhibit symmetry. The hypothesis of refractive symmetry assumes that the two eyes of an individual should have homogeneous refractive properties. Optometry clinical management mostly rely upon meridional magnification effect, spatial distortion, and binocular spatial perception while prescribing refractive correction. Additionally, bilateral symmetry analysis approach has proven very informative for better diagnosis. This study was multi-centered, cross-sectional, analytical, and retrospective, where we studied refractive …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 17–35 Read article
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Women’s Experiences with Injectable Contraceptives (Depo Provera): A View from Vadodara, India
Abstract: Choice of contraceptive methods is a key element of family planning that benefits both women and providers. Offering a client choice can help increase contraceptive prevalence rates; so this study was conducted to explore users’ perspectives on Injectable Contraceptives (IC). This qualitative study employed semi structured in-depth interview technique. Sixty women, who had experience of using IC either at the time of study or in the past, were selected from …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Prevalence and Antibiogram Profile of Uropathogens Isolated from Symptomatic and Asymptomatic Female Patients with Urinary Tract Infections and its Associated Risk Factors: Focus on Cephalosporin
Abstract: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common among women. Here, the present study probes the prevalence of urinary tract infection (UTI), assess the adequacy of empirical therapy, susceptibility of antibiotics and resistance pattern of bacteria responsible for UTI and its associated risk factors. A total of 1309 urine samples were collected from UTI suspected female patients of tertiary care hospitals between the ages of 18-49. Moreover, a total of 207 urine …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 32–41 Read article
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Self-Evaluation of CO2 Incubator before In-Vitro Handling of Gametes and Embryos
Abstract: AbstractART (Assisted Reproductive Technologies) is known as the technologies/techniques used for the treatment of Infertility. ART involves different types of newly and advanced techniques such as ICSI (Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection), MESA (Microsurgical Epididymis Sperm Aspiration), PESA (Percutaneous Epididymal Sperm Aspiration),TESA (Testicular Sperm Aspiration), IMSI (Intra Morphologically selected sperm injection), GIFT (Gamete Intra-fallopian Transfer), ZIFT (Zygote Intra-fallopian Transfer) and Assisted hatching. The self-evaluation and maintenance of all equipment used in the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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A Review of Different Surgical Techniques in the Management of Choledocholithiasis
Abstract: Choledocholithiasis is the medical term used to describe the condition where stones are present in the common bile duct. The presence of stones in the common bile duct, known as Choledocholithiasis, can develop due to the creation of stones within the common bile duct or the movement of gallstones formed in the gallbladder into the duct. Selecting the perfect way of clearing common bile duct stone shall be grounded on …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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A General Review of Mucuna Pruriens W.S.R to its effect on Parkinson’s Disease.
Abstract: Mucuna Pruriens is a very famous drug prescribed in classical ayurvedic science in various disorder of Nervous System including Kampavata .In Clinical Practice ,Physician used Levadopa as a Dopamine replacement agent in controlling bradykinetic symptoms apparent in Parkinson disease so used successfully in treatment of Parkinson disease.Kapikacchu(Mucuna Pruriens) is having Balya, Brimhanaha, Vrishya, and Vatahara properties and is a natural source of L-dopa. So, keeping in views of the degenerative …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Effect of Karpuradya Churna in the Treatment of Ekadosaja Type of Kasa
Abstract: Increasing globalization and urbanization leads changes in the environmental factor. The human are continuously attached with external environment through respiration and prone to diseases. Due to less resistance against disease causing organism and not adaptability against environment, leads to body protecting phenomenon produces cough. The aim is to study the effect of Karpuradya Churna on Ekdoshaja type cough. Thirty patients were selected from Arogyashala hospital Jaipur, with classical symptom of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 17–28 Read article
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An Overview of Implication of TRIDOSHA Siddhant in Prasuti Tantra: A Conceptual Study
Abstract: Ayurved is a science based on various principles, i.e. siddhant. All aspects of Ayurved are based on these principles. Tridosha and panchabhautic siddhant are the foremost principles that govern Ayurved. These two principles find themselves connected to prasuti tantra which includes garbhavigyaan (embryology), garbhinivigyaan (antenatal care), and garbhinivyapad (pregnancy disorders). Implementation of these principles can contribute to healthy conception, pregnancy and progeny: thereby contributing to healthy society.
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 38–41 Read article